1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2874 mm |
