1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Volvo 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 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 420 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
