1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 290 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
Model | Volare | Korando |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |