2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145.
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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLS | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
