1994 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 273 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
