1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 2005 Renault Modus
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 25 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, 2005 Renault Modus (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Renault Modus.
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, 2005 Renault Modus, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Volare | 2005 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | Modus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
