1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 25 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 143 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Volare | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |