1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 26 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |