1964 Volvo 120 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 430 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
