1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. Both 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 and 1997 Plymouth Voyager are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
