1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 737 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hummer |
| Model | Volare | H3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
