1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 24 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 165 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 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
