1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Plymouth | Dacia |
Model | Volare | Duster |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2673 mm |