1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.

Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Plymouth Volare 1988 Volkswagen Golf
Make Plymouth Volkswagen
Model Volare Golf
Year Released 1978 1988
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3687 cc 1763 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2490 mm


 

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