1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 (441 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 190 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2835 mm |
