2005 Opel Combo vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Combo | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Combo | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |