1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 424 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Viper | 120 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |