1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 780 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Volare | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Volare | Polo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
