1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1954 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Colorale weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 1954 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
