1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 761 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
Model | Volare | Ram |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3569 mm |