1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 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 | 1460 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
