2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1953 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Popular |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |
