1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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 Lancia Kappa, 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 (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Kappa | Volare |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |