1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 26 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 30 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Volare | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2250 mm |
