2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 24 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1980 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 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Nubira | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
Model | Nubira | Volare |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |