1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 37 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, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Volare | R8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
