1959 Berkeley B vs. 1988 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1988 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | B | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
