1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 123 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Volare | Outback |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2741 mm |