2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1976 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 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | B3000 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
