2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLS | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |