1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 560 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2814 mm |
