1970 Volvo 140 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 140 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 120 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120.
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 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 140 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 140 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
