2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2978 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
