2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 245 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | CLK | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |