2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | B | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 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 | 1310 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
