1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1975 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | 98 | Volare |
Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |