2006 Chevrolet Rezzo vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 28 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, 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Rezzo | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
