2005 Opel Astra vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
