1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser

To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.

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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 1989 Plymouth Laser
Make Plymouth Plymouth
Model Voyager Laser
Year Released 1990 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2480 mm


 

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