1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire

To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 1973 Triumph Spitfire
Make Plymouth Triumph
Model Voyager Spitfire
Year Released 1990 1973
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2110 mm


 

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