1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 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 56 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 595 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
Model | 204 | Volare |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1255 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |