1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 500 | 240 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |