2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | 44 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1790 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
