2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 64 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 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Aveo | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2870 mm |