1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Volare | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |