1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 158 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Volare | 2000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |