1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 492 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Jaguar XJR-15 1975 Plymouth Volare
Make Jaguar Plymouth
Model XJR-15 Volare
Year Released 1992 1975
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5993 cc 5210 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2870 mm


 

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