2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 22 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
Model | Tacuma | Volare |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |