1964 Volvo 120 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 35 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 82 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.
Because 1964 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
