1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 24 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (130 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep, 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Volare | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
