1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Plymouth Volare 1996 Toyota Corolla
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Volare Corolla
Year Released 1975 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5896 cc 1330 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2470 mm


 

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