1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 542 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Plymouth | Talbot |
Model | Volare | Lago America |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |