1968 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 534 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
