1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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 Mini Roadster, 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mini |
| Model | Volare | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2467 mm |
