1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 96 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Nissan Xterra 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model Xterra Voyager
Year Released 1999 1990
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 141 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2860 mm


 

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