1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, 2005 Proton Impian is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Proton Impian. 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 (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2005 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Plymouth | Proton |
| Model | Voyager | Impian |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
