1968 Volvo 120 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 24 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 320 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
