2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |