1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 125 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Volare | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Camry |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2361 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1610 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |