1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 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 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 420 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
