1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818.
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, 1962 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 818 | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 92 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |