1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 12 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, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Because 2002 Samsung SM5 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 2002 Samsung SM5. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Voyager | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Samsung |
| Model | Voyager | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
