1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
