2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | F-350 | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2870 mm |