1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 493 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio, 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Volare | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | Clio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
