1991 Honda CRX vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 12 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, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | CRX | Volare |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
