1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare 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 4 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Volare | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
