1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
