1991 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 1991 Chrysler Voyager and 1991 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Voyager. (101 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Voyager. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Voyager 1991 Volkswagen Golf
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Voyager Golf
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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