1956 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 57 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volvo 120 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
