2006 Infiniti M vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
| Model | M | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1410 mm |
