1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120.
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, 1969 Volvo 120 (158 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | MR2 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
