1992 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Voyager | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Santana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
