1970 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
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 E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
