1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 34 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 (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 524 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lincoln |
| Model | Volare | MKX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2824 mm |
