1998 Ford Contour vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 163 kg more than 1998 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Contour | Voyager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1242 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 |