1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 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 56 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. 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, 1979 Simca 1100, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Volare | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Volare | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 66 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
