1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 670 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |