2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Panda | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |