1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
