1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 386 kg more than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | New Yorker | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
