2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1209 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Express | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
