1980 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Volare | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
