1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Voyager | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
