1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S-MX | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
