1989 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 900 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |
