1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 12 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, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Volare | V8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
