1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 18 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Volare | 964 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
