2008 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 320 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
