1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 248 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Volare | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
