2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Chevrolet Plymouth
Model Corvette Voyager
Year Released 2004 1990
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 339 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 483 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2860 mm


 

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