1993 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 15 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Voyager | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Plymouth | Holden |
Model | Voyager | Captiva |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |