2008 Acura TSX vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 1980 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | TSX | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
