1957 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 1957 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
