1993 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.

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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Plymouth Voyager 1997 Skoda Octavia
Make Plymouth Skoda
Model Voyager Octavia
Year Released 1993 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm


 

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