1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 626 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |