1981 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 451 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escort | Voyager |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |