2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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 6, 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
