1989 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |