1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 504 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Highlander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2789 mm |