1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 13 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Trans Am | 120 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
