1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 915 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1963 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 1963 Vauxhall VX4
Make Plymouth Vauxhall
Model Voyager VX4
Year Released 1996 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2550 mm


 

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