1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 607 is newer by 27 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, 2002 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 607.
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, 2002 Peugeot 607, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Plymouth | Peugeot |
Model | Volare | 607 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |