2008 Kia Rio vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Rio, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Rio | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
