1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, both 1990 Plymouth Voyager and 1990 Volvo 960 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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 (235 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Voyager | 960 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 143 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |