1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Volare |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
