1958 MG MGA vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 585 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | MG | Plymouth |
Model | MGA | Volare |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |