1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Voyager | Espace |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |