1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 431 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Volare | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |