1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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 Tata Indigo, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Tata |
| Model | Volare | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
