1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Austin Allegro. 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Allegro | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Allegro | Voyager |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |