2000 Plymouth Neon vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Neon | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Neon | Volare |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |