1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Caravan | Voyager |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |