1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 250 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
