1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 456 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chrysler |
| Model | Volare | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3048 mm |
