1958 Morris Isis vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Isis | Volare |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
