1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 252 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | E-Type | Volare |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
