1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang 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 14 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang 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 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Mustang | Voyager |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |