1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Volare | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |