1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 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 15 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307, 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Volare | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
