1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 668 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lincoln |
| Model | Volare | MKT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2995 mm |
