2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Etude | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3687 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
