1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 92 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Volare | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
