1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 2 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia Stratos | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Stratos | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |