1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Volare | Forester |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |