2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Escalade | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |