1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 89 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Viper | Volare |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
