2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 1970 Ford Falcon. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
