1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Volare | Jimny |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2260 mm |