2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
