1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 248 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (210 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Volare | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |