1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 357 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Volare | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
