1995 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
