1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 847 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
