1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 35 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
