1991 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |