1960 Morris Minor vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 613 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morris Minor 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Minor | Voyager |
Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |