1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
