1975 AC 428 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
Because 1975 AC 428 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 1975 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1975 AC 428 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | 428 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |