1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 35 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) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 392 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Plymouth | Tata |
Model | Volare | Sumo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |