2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 32 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mustang | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
