1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 322 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | SL | Volare |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
