1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 231 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Hyundai Tiburon 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Hyundai Plymouth
Model Tiburon Voyager
Year Released 1996 1990
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 130 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2860 mm


 

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