2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 553 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Fiesta | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |