1959 Volvo 120 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 35 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
