1989 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. 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 S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 140 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
