1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Plymouth | Tata |
Model | Volare | Nano |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |