1968 Rover 2000 vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Rover 2000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1960 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 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Rover 2000 | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 2000 | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |