1980 Mazda 626 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, both 1980 Mazda 626 and 1980 Plymouth Volare were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 626 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 626 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
