1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Durango | Volare |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
