2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 40 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 563 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Lumina | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |