1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1960 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 968 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
