1967 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 841 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volvo 120 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | 120 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
