1957 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Buick 40.
Because 1957 Buick 40 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 1957 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | 40 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |