2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Colorado | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
