2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Drifter | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
