1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 345 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
