1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
