2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | YRV | Volare |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |