1975 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 780 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6834 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
