1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 28 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 2007 Volvo C30, 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Volare | C30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
