1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Magna | Volare |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |