1966 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 498 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo 120 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
