1964 Volvo 120 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 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 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 120 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
