1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1991 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 259 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.

Because 1991 Ford Falcon 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 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1991 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Voyager 1991 Ford Falcon
Make Plymouth Ford
Model Voyager Falcon
Year Released 1996 1991
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 3949 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 229 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2800 mm


 

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