2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 34 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | TrailBlazer | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |