2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Primera | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 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 | 1416 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
