1956 Volvo 120 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volvo 120 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Volvo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 120 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
