2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 38 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120.
Because 1968 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (152 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
