1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 369 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Beta | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Beta | Voyager |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |