1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Calibra | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
