1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 420 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
