1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 810 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 120 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |