1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541.
Because 1959 Jensen 541 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 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Jensen | Plymouth |
Model | 541 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |