1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 121 kg more than 2008 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Plymouth Volkswagen
Model Voyager Golf
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm


 

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