1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 519 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saturn |
| Model | Voyager | SL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
