2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 27 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 203 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Tucson | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
