1962 MG MGB vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 675 kg more than 1962 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 MG MGB 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 1962 MG MGB. 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 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG MGB | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | MGB | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
