1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Volare | Cayman |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2687 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |