1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Volare | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
