1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 182 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Mustang | Volare |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |