1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Fairlane 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 1984 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1984 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Fairlane | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
