1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |