1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 19 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 2009 Volkswagen Citi
Make Plymouth Volkswagen
Model Voyager Citi
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 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 1575 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2410 mm


 

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