1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo 1800 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800.
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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
