1970 Opel GT vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Opel GT 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
