2009 Lada 111 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Lada 111. 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 Lada 111, 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lada | Plymouth |
| Model | 111 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
