1968 Volvo 120 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
