1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 647 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Tazz |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1295 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 948 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |