2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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 CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLS | 245 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |