2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 234 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
Model | QX56 | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |