2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 6 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |