2008 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Volare |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |