2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1990 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1990 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobalt | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
