2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Expedition | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
