1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 973 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
