1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 346 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, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Hawk | 120 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3042 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
