1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 SLK (190 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLK | 940 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
