1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 1959 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Austin A 99 1995 Plymouth Voyager
Make Austin Plymouth
Model A 99 Voyager
Year Released 1959 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2860 mm


 

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