1991 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 870 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
