1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1999 Toyota MR2

To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 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 23 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Toyota MR2 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 1999 Toyota MR2. 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 (252 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 1999 Toyota MR2
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Voyager MR2
Year Released 1990 1999
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3301 cc 1797 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2460 mm


 

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