1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 343 (117 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
