1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 37 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 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 | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Ponton | 440 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
