1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 32 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 432 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Plymouth | Tata |
Model | Volare | Safari |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |