1990 Volvo 960 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 960 | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
