1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 1 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 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 120 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.
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 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvair | 120 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
