1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.

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 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider 1997 Plymouth Voyager
Make Alfa Romeo Plymouth
Model Spider Voyager
Year Released 1998 1997
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2880 mm


 

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