2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
