1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Volvo 265. 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 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 265 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
