2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2001 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1959 Ford Popular | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Popular |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2300 mm |