2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Ram | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2760 mm |
