2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
