2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Pathfinder 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model Pathfinder Voyager
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 266 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2860 mm


 

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