1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 13 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 280 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
