1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 435 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.
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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Aspen | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1030 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 |
