1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
Model | Volare | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |