1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 207 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 1986 Subaru XT, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Volare | XT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
