1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 560 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
