1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 726 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Punto | Voyager |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |