1997 Ford Contour vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Contour | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |