1969 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 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 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
