1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 30 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 105 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Volare | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
