1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 147 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire 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 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Plymouth |
Model | Star Sapphire | Voyager |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |