1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 Volvo 265. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
