1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 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 69 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
Model | Volare | TR6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |