1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 11 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Camry |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |