1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Volare | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
