2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 607 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 2001 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Elantra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
