2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1978 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Brilliance | Plymouth |
Model | BS4 | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |