1990 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Voyager | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
