2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa, 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsa | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
