2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
