2000 Kia Spectra vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Kia Spectra is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 281 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Spectra | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Spectra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
