1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 505 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLK | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
