2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
