1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 145 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
