1965 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
