1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLK | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
