1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Explorer | Volare |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
