2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (164 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1979 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (210 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
