1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Delta | Volare |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |