1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 190 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
