1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 71 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 875 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Voyager | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
