1996 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 28 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 735 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 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
