1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2009 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 3-Litre | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
