1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1999 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Malibu | Voyager |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |