1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 925 kg more than 1963 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 120 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |