2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 33 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | CLK | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
