2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
