1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 18 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
