1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 432 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
Model | Volare | Rexton |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |