1992 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 17 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 619 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Scoupe | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Scoupe | Volare |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |