1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 4 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 457 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Javelin | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
