2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | 760 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
