2005 Mini One vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Mini One 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini One, 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | One | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
