1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 375 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Voyager | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | SL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2585 mm |
