1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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 Volvo 245 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. 1974 Volvo 245 has automatic transmission and 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 has manual transmission. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 245 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
