1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Rover 800.
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 (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800. 1999 Rover 800 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. 1999 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1999 Rover 800 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Voyager | 800 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |