1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 513 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Volare | 912 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2220 mm |
