1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 650 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 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 Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Sienna |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |