1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 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 97 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1977 Simca 1307 has manual transmission. 1977 Simca 1307 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 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Voyager | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
