1992 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Voyager | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | GL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3075 mm |
