1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 258 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
