2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 269 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SLR McLaren | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |