2005 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 80 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 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escape | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
