2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 171 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Challenger | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
