1995 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 610 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Voyager | Spark |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
