1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 48 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Voyager 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
Make Plymouth Willys-Overland
Model Voyager Aero-Willys 2600
Year Released 1996 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2740 mm


 

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