1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Lapin 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. 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, 2003 Suzuki Lapin, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 2003 Suzuki Lapin | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Volare | Lapin |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |