1968 Volvo 120 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 43 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120.
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, 2011 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | 120 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
