1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90. 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 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
