2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
