1958 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 805 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | MG | Plymouth |
Model | MGA | Voyager |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |