1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 1 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Vega | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
