1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 240 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Seville | Volare |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |