1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 7 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 335 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Volare | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2030 mm |
