1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Duna 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Fiat Plymouth
Model Duna Voyager
Year Released 1999 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2880 mm