1988 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1988 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 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, 1988 Hyundai Sonata (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 268 kg more than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1988 Hyundai Sonata, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Hyundai Sonata | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Sonata | Volare |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
