1978 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 100 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
