1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 705 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Talbot 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Plymouth | Talbot |
Model | Voyager | 2500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |