2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Express | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
