1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Geely Ck1. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2010 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1, 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Geely Ck1. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Geely |
| Model | Volare | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 3687 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 | 1465 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
