1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SL | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
