2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | F-250 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
