2003 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 1976 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Volare |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |