1968 Opel Diplomat vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Diplomat | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Diplomat | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
