2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 25 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 445 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Montero | Volare |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
