1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 24 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Volare. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Volare | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Volare | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |