1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 28 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
Model | Volare | Elantra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |