1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 NSU Wankel Spider | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | NSU | Plymouth |
Model | Wankel Spider | Volare |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 3685 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2870 mm |