1968 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 44 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1350 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.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Volvo | Lexus |
| Model | 120 | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
