1958 Volvo 120 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Volvo 120 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
