2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 990 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
