1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 120 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |