1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK, 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Plymouth | Geely |
| Model | Volare | CK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
