1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Yaris |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |