1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 284 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | 2200 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
