1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volvo |
| Model | Sapphire | 120 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2610 mm |
