2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
