2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 676 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLK | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
