2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | SSR | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |