1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Voyager | Quest |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |