1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Corsair | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Corsair | Voyager |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |