1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
