1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
