2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 218 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 Lancia Phedra, 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Phedra | Volare |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
