1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Volare | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |