1986 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Sprint | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
