1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Volare | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Citroen |
| Model | Volare | C3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
