1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 18 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 23 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Volare | Vitara |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |