1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 3 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Super 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
