1992 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
Model | Voyager | 6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |