1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 30 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, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
