1998 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 945 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Voyager | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Voyager | 356 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |