1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 740 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLK GTR | 740 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
