1989 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Electra | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |