1964 MG MGC vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGC would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 MG MGC. (149 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1964 MG MGC.
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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG MGC | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | MGC | Volare |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
