1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | Volare | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |