1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volvo 245 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | W 111 | 245 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |