1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 27 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
