1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Aspen | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
