1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 356 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
Because 1977 Porsche 928 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 1977 Porsche 928. 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Voyager | 928 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
