1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Volare | Frontier |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |