2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 71 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.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Viper | Volare |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |