1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 385 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | FB Special | Volare |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |