1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 10 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 9 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Volare | Laser |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |