1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Because 1997 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. 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 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Commodore | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |