1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Camry |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |