2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
Model | Discovery | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |