2001 Opel Astra vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 26 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Volare |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 437 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
