2000 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Astra | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Astra | Voyager |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |