1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Volare | Focus |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |