1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 36 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Volare | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
