1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | 88 | 120 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |