1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1970 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 1970 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Plymouth | Sunbeam |
Model | Volare | Rapier |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |