1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1989 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 1989 BMW Z1 and 1989 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
Because 1989 BMW Z1 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 1989 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1989 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z1 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 104 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
