1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 10 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 5 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 1988 Renault 5, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |
