1967 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volvo P 1800 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P 1800 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
