1993 BMW 840 vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 2 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 425 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.

Because 1993 BMW 840 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 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1993 BMW 840 1991 Plymouth Voyager
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 840 Voyager
Year Released 1993 1991
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3981 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2860 mm


 

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