1998 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 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 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Prowler | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Prowler | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
