1970 Buick GS vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Buick GS.
Because 1970 Buick GS 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 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
