1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2610 mm |
