2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 605 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Pilot 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Honda Plymouth
Model Pilot Voyager
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 244 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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