2007 Acura RDX vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 28 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | RDX | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
