2004 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
