1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 76 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 885 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | 19 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
