1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 17 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | Volare | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2725 mm |