1998 Mazda Midge vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 834 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Midge | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Midge | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
