1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3040 mm |
