2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Tahoe | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |