2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 27 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | DeVille | Volare |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
