1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 1977 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 63 more horse power than 1977 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 608 kg more than 1977 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 1977 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Volare | 80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
