1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.

Because 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chrysler Charger 2000 Plymouth Voyager
Make Chrysler Plymouth
Model Charger Voyager
Year Released 1971 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4341 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 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 1390 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2880 mm