1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 190 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
