1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 1997 Plymouth Neon were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 601 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Grand Voyager | Neon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |