2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
