2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Voyager | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
