1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 610 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.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
