1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 62 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 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Plymouth | Mitsubishi |
Model | Volare | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2576 mm |