1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 34 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 228 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
Model | Volare | Equinox |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2858 mm |