1968 Volvo 120 vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
