2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Charger | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 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 Length | 5090 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
