1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Voyager | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
