1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 541 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000. 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 (262 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B3000 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | B3000 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
