2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 655 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Montero | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
