2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 29 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Trajet | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
