2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
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 Mazda 5, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 5 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
