1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 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 76 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Voyager | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |