1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 1983 Renault 14 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 1983 Renault 14 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Volare | 14 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1218 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |