1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 21 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Volare | Voyager |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |