1989 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Voyager | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
