1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 621 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.

Because 1966 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ford Mustang 2000 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ford Plymouth
Model Mustang Voyager
Year Released 1966 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6385 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 174 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1179 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2880 mm


 

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