1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 105 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 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Volare | A4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2808 mm |
