1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 525 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Sedan | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
