1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 236 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | E | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |