1993 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1977 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1993 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.

Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Plymouth Voyager 1977 Toyota Carina
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Voyager Carina
Year Released 1993 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2510 mm


 

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