1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Volare | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
