1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740.
Because 1986 Volvo 740 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 1986 Volvo 740. 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Voyager | 740 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
