1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1132 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Plymouth | GMC |
Model | Volare | Yukon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |