2005 MG TF vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG TF | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | MG | Plymouth |
Model | TF | Volare |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |