1997 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 522 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Voyager | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Voyager | XT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
