1957 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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 SC (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SC | 240 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
