1991 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Voyager | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1640 kg |
