1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
