2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120.
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, 1969 Volvo 120 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Roadster | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
