1989 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Voyager | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
