2006 Acura RL vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 87 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 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Acura | Plymouth |
Model | RL | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |