1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
