1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 750 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. 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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Guara | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |