1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Volare | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Volare | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
