1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 179 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Volare | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3198 mm |
