1994 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 318 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 1994 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 318 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |