2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 1979 Ferrari 400. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Grand Voyager | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |