2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Altima | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
