1997 Venturi 400 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 29 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 142 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.
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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi 400 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
