1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 891 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. 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 (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Voyager | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |