2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 290 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 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |