1977 Plymouth Volare vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Volare | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Volare | F-150 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |