2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Etude | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
