1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 20 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 68 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. 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, 1995 Holden Nova, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1995 Holden Nova | |
Make | Plymouth | Holden |
Model | Volare | Nova |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |