2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 34 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 337 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Trans Am | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
