2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 835 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 45 L |
