1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 32 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 128 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 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Volare | Impala |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2807 mm |
