2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Mountaineer | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |