1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
Model | Volare | TR6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2250 mm |