1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
Model | Volare | Nitro |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2764 mm |