1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 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 20 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 486 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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, 1989 Volvo 460, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Volare | 460 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |