2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1971 Citroen SM
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 1971 Citroen SM | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Voyager | SM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
