1993 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 524 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 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
Model | Voyager | Charger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |