1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000.
Because 1971 Rover 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Voyager | 2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |