1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 190 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
