2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 684 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Express | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
