1957 Berkeley Sports 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 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1703 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Sports 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Berkeley Chrysler
Model Sports Grand Voyager
Year Released 1957 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 322 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3100 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 282 kg 1985 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 1780 mm 3040 mm


 

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