1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Coronet | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
