1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 695 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Scorpio | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |