1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
