1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 69 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.

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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Oldsmobile Plymouth
Model Aurora Voyager
Year Released 1994 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1737 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2880 mm