1989 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Volare |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |