1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 30 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Volare | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Volare | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
