1959 Volvo 120 vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 264 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 Volvo 264 (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volvo 120 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 120 | 264 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |