2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 155 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 1978 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Grandis | Volare |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |