2009 Lexus IS vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 252 kg more than 1976 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 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
| Model | IS | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
