2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 7 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 746 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Roadster | Voyager |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |