2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 18 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 625 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.
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 Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Equinox | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
