1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 151 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |