2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 144 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Silverado | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |