1981 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 15 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 751 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escort | Voyager |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |