1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Volare | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
