1992 Plymouth Colt vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
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 Plymouth Colt, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Colt | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Colt | Volare |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
