1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Century 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 1971 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
