1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 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 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
