1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1959 Skoda 440

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 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 112 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Skoda 440 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 1959 Skoda 440. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.

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