1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 719 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.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1997 Chevrolet Express 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Express | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
