2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Santana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
