1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2720 mm |
