2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 35 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | GTO | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |