1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Plymouth |
| Model | M530 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
