1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 2 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 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 750 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.
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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grande Parisienne | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |