1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 267 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Volare | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |