1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 37 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Prius |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |