1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 725 kg more than 1960 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MPV | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |