1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 671 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Voyager | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |