1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 665 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Roadmaster | Voyager |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |