1964 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 835 kg more than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Mini Moke | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Mini Moke | Volare |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |
