2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 21 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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Roadster | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Roadster | Volare |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |