2005 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
