1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. 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 S (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 264 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
