2002 Kia Rio vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 24 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Rio | Volare |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2870 mm |
