1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 211 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1980 Nissan Skyline 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 1980 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Skyline | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
