1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (134 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Voyager | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |