1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 500 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |