2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 52 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Corvette | Volare |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 476 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |