1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | Voyager | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |