1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 33 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 383 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | Volare | Getz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
