2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Holden FB Special 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 1961 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Grand Voyager | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
