1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Plymouth Volare 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Plymouth Mercedes-Benz
Model Volare CLS
Year Released 1978 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3685 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2875 mm


 

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