1994 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician 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 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Voyager | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Chrysler | Packard |
| Model | Voyager | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 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 | 1730 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
