1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Volare | 242 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |