1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Volare | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |