1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi Fox would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 573 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox, 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Volare | 1977 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Volare | Fox |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
