1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 230 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
