2006 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
