2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 31 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 76 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.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
