1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
