2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 29 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
| Model | Matiz | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
