1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon

To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 14 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 356 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.

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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Plymouth Volare 1993 Plymouth Neon
Make Plymouth Plymouth
Model Volare Neon
Year Released 1979 1993
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3687 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5850 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1109 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2650 mm


 

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