2002 Acura RSX vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 12 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 266 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.

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 (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura RSX 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Acura Plymouth
Model RSX Voyager
Year Released 2002 1990
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1222 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2860 mm


 

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