2004 Nissan Pickup vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 300 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pickup | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Pickup | Volare |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |