1964 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 39 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, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 415 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
