2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Colt | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3687 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
