1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 21 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 376 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1999 Plymouth Neon, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Volare | Neon |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |