1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
