1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
