1964 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
