1994 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Plymouth Voyager 1989 Subaru Legacy
Make Plymouth Subaru
Model Voyager Legacy
Year Released 1994 1989
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 2211 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 100 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2590 mm


 

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