1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Saturn Sky

To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 18 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.

Because 2008 Saturn Sky 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 2008 Saturn Sky. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 2008 Saturn Sky
Make Plymouth Saturn
Model Voyager Sky
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2420 mm


 

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