1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | Ponton | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |