1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1394 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Voyager | Silverado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4018 mm |