1989 Honda Integra vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.

Because 1978 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Integra 1978 Plymouth Volare
Make Honda Plymouth
Model Integra Volare
Year Released 1989 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3685 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2870 mm


 

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