2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 950 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |