2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Thunderbird | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
