2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-150 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
