1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 18 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Bigua | Volare |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |