2006 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 27 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, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | MDX | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
