1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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 250 (158 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 250 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
