2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | SLK | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
