1993 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, both 1993 BMW 316 and 1993 Plymouth Voyager were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 1993 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 316 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |