2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rendezvous | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |