1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 1 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 595 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 400 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
