2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 209 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, 2006 Citroen C5, 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C5 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
