1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Brisa | Volare |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |