1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
