2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 30 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 121 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | CLK | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
