1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 475 kg more than 1964 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 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Volare | 120 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |