2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.

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, 2007 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Vectra 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Opel Plymouth
Model Vectra Voyager
Year Released 2007 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium 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 1580 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2880 mm


 

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