1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 308 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
