1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 15 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Volare | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Volare | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
