1994 Mazda Sentia vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1994 Mazda Sentia is newer by 26 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 550 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, 1994 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Sentia | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Sentia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
