1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 10 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
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, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Y10 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
