1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
