1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 203 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Volare | 993 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
