1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Voyager | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
