2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 237 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
