1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 25 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Plymouth | Honda |
| Model | Volare | Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 61 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
