1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Volare | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
