1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (143 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1991 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1991 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
