2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 491 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | i30 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |