2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Yukon | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |