1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 33 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, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Volare | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
