Why are they called mini vans?
Why are they called mini vans?
Etymology. The term minivan originated in North America in order to differentiate the smaller passenger vehicles from full-size vans (such as the Ford E-Series, Dodge Ram Van, and Chevrolet Van), which were then simply called ‘vans’.
When did Plymouth Voyager stop being a minivan?
For 1984, the Voyager became a Chrysler minivan sold alongside the Dodge Caravan; as a minivan, three generations of the Voyager were sold from 1984 to 2000.
What’s the difference between a Plymouth Voyager and Dodge Sportsman?
In contrast to Dodge, the Voyager was marketed solely as a passenger van; in line with the Sportsman, 12–15 passenger seating was offered. Early versions of the Voyager were visually similar to their Dodge counterparts, centering Plymouth badging in the grille (as with Fargo vans and 1971-1973 Dodges).
Where was the Plymouth Voyager made in Canada?
The full-size Plymouth Voyager van was assembled at the now-closed Pillette Road Truck Assembly facility (Windsor, Ontario, Canada). For the 1974 model year, Plymouth marketed trucks under its own brand (for the first time since 1942).
What kind of engine does the Plymouth Voyager have?
Alongside the 2.2L, an optional Mitsubishi 2.6L engine was available producing 104 hp (78 kW) horsepower. At launch, the Voyager’s low horsepower to weight ratio had not been much of a concern.
For 1984, the Voyager became a Chrysler minivan sold alongside the Dodge Caravan; as a minivan, three generations of the Voyager were sold from 1984 to 2000.
Alongside the 2.2L, an optional Mitsubishi 2.6L engine was available producing 104 hp (78 kW) horsepower. At launch, the Voyager’s low horsepower to weight ratio had not been much of a concern.
The full-size Plymouth Voyager van was assembled at the now-closed Pillette Road Truck Assembly facility (Windsor, Ontario, Canada). For the 1974 model year, Plymouth marketed trucks under its own brand (for the first time since 1942).
In contrast to Dodge, the Voyager was marketed solely as a passenger van; in line with the Sportsman, 12–15 passenger seating was offered. Early versions of the Voyager were visually similar to their Dodge counterparts, centering Plymouth badging in the grille (as with Fargo vans and 1971-1973 Dodges).
