1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Buick Century is newer by 13 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
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, 1988 Buick Century, 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 (380 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Plymouth | Buick |
| Model | Volare | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2662 mm |
