2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 1993 Plymouth Voyager
Make Chevrolet Plymouth
Model Corvette Voyager
Year Released 2009 1993
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 430 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2860 mm


 

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